Eko Hot Blog reports that stakeholders of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) will today meet to take a decision on the leadership crisis rocking the Labour Party and the return of Julius Abure as the party’s National Chairman. According to The PUNCH, a caretaker committee is being proposed by the unionists to take over the … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that Peter Obi, presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 elections, says he is not leaving the party. Obi spoke on Sunday during the inauguration of a borehole he donated to traders at Pantami cattle market in Gombe state. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: FG Declares Public Holidays For Eid-el-Fitr … Read more
Labour Party in Lagos urges Tinubu-led government to rethink electricity tariff hike. Concerns raised over NERC’s 300% tariff increase, citing potential economic strain. LP suggests tariffs should not exceed 25%, advises against subsidy removal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Lagos chapter of the Labour Party (LP) has called on the Bola Tinubu-led Federal Government to … Read more
Labour Party National Chairman Julius Abure discharged from hospital after fire engulfs his Abuja residence. Incident described as assassination attempt by party officials; family trapped by flames, but rescued with help from neighbours and security personnel. Abure and family stable, receiving treatment at private hospital; National Youth Leader confirms Abure’s discharge and plans for further … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party (LP) has claimed that its National Chairman, Julius Abure, has escaped an assassination attempt on his life. The opposition party also claimed that Abure’s residence in Abuna was gutted by fire on Wednesday. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Students Loan Disbursement Begins As Tinubu Re-enacts Legislation UCH Ibadan Plunges … Read more
Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, calls all Nigerians prisoners due to national challenges. At Onitsha Correctional Centre’s Easter mass, he stresses prayer and national development for freedom. Obi urges Nigerians to work and pray for a better Nigeria, emphasizing hope for change through collective effort. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) … Read more
Abia State was known to be among states owing workers salaries and pensions Since his election as Governor of Abia a year ago, Alex Otti has cleared all salary arrears and pension backlogs. He recently signed a bill to stop payment of pension to former governors and their deputies to free up funds for development. … Read more
Labour Party’s Deputy Chairman Debunks Alleged Plan To Suspend Peter Obi Blames APC for spreading false information to destabilize the Labour Party Emphasizes that the rumour is unfounded and part of a plot by established political parties EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) deputy national chairman, Ayo Olorunfemi, has debunked rumours that the party’s … Read more
Peter Obi denies rumors of leaving Labour Party ahead of 2027 elections. Affirms commitment to LP during conversation on X Space. Supports creation of structure for ‘Obidient’ movement, emphasizes importance of political blocs. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Peter Obi, has dismissed rumors of defecting from the … Read more
‘End LP Crisis Or Leave Now’ – Ex-Presidential Aspirant Tells Peter Obi LP factions vie for control amid NLC ownership assertion. Urgent call for unity to ensure LP’s viability in 2027 elections. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Faduri Oluwadare Joseph, a former presidential aspirant of the Labour Party (LP), has issued a challenge to the party’s … Read more
Six Lawmakers Dump LP For PDP In Enugu Amid Party Crisis Leadership dispute arises as Labour Party Board of Trustees claims control. Controversy erupts within the party over the alleged takeover and leadership transition. EKO HOT BLOG reports that six members of the Enugu State House of Assembly, who were elected under the Labour Party banner, … Read more
LP denies BoT takeover; Abure elected at Nnewi convention. Ifoh: Ejiofor inactive for 20 years; LP unaware of BoT. LP urges NLC to halt interference; Abure elected chairman. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) leadership refutes claims of a takeover by the Board of Trustees (BoT) in a statement following Sylvester Ejiofor’s announcement … Read more
INEC disavows Labour Party’s national convention in Anambra. Chief Press Secretary confirms INEC did not monitor the convention. Labour Party relocated convention from Umuahia to Nnewi, informing INEC of venue change. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) disavows Wednesday’s national convention of the Labour Party, held in Anambra. Mr. Rotimi Oyekanmi, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Board of Trustees (BoT) of Labour Party (LP), has on Wednesday stepped in to steer the affairs of the party, following the expiration of the tenure of the National Working Committee (NWC) headed by Mr. Julius Abure. The party said, in a statement by Chairman of the BoT, Comrade … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that the Labour Party (LP) has re-elected Julius Abure as its National Chairman for a second term in office. Abure was re-elected by a unanimous affirmation of delegates at the party’s National Convention in Nnewi, Anambra State. Editor’s Picks BREAKING: Tinubu Confers Posthumous Nat’l Honours On Slain Soldiers, Offers Support To … Read more
NLC Writes INEC, Warns Against Attending Planned LP National Convention Letter from NLC’s lawyers references court rulings on Labour Party’s status and inclusive conventions. NLC warns of legal action if INEC attends convention deemed illegal. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has asked the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) not to attend … Read more
The Labour Party’s Lagos State chapter has called for the resignation of Julius Abure, the party’s National Chairman. Bamishe, the Lagos State chairman, urged the appointment of a Caretaker National Chairman to organize State Congresses. He emphasized the importance of restoring the party’s integrity through legitimate means. Eko Hot Blog reports that The Labour Party … Read more
Labour Party petitions key government institutions over NLC aggression. LP calls for disciplinary action against NLC President and others for alleged vandalism. Tensions rise as NLC stages picket at LP secretariat, leading to property destruction and salary loss. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Labour Party (LP) leadership has lodged a petition with key government institutions, … Read more
NLC Political Commission declares Julius Abure no longer National Chairman of Labour Party. Abure’s claims of theft during party secretariat takeover denounced as “sarcastic and pathetic.” Legal action planned against Abure for defamation and financial impropriety. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) Political Commission on Friday, declared Julius Abure as no longer … Read more
Ex-spokesman of Atiku-Okowa Campaign Council, Daniel Bwala, claims Peter Obi plans to join SDP with Nasir El-Rufai amidst Labour Party-NLC dispute. Allegation linked to NLC’s bid to control Labour Party after court ruling favoring NLC ownership. Bwala suggests Obi’s move amid NLC’s push to oust Labour Party leadership. EKO HOT BLOG reports that amid ongoing rancour … Read more